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The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

• Before his appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court of India in July 2024, Justice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar Singh served as the Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court from February 15, 2023, to July 17, 2024. Hence, option 1 is correct.

The Correct answer is Option 3. 

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• The Sikh pilgrimage site "Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib", considered the second holiest Takhat (seat of authority), is located in Patna, the capital city of Bihar. Hence, option 3 is correct.
• Key Details:
• Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib is a significant religious site for Sikhs.
• It is the birthplace of the 10^th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
• The Gurdwara is an important center for Sikhs, and it is one of the Five Takhts of Sikhism, which hold special religious significance.
• Patna Sahib is considered the second holiest after Akal Takht in Amritsar.
• This Gurdwara is a place of pilgrimage, attracting devotees from all over the world, especially during Guru Gobind Singh's birth anniversary.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

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• Bhihula Festival is celebrated especially in Bhagalpur, Bihar usually in the month of August each year. Hence, option 1 is correct.

The Correct answer is Option 3. 

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• The correct formula for resistance (R) is: R = V/I. Hence, option 3 is correct.
• According to Ohm's Law, resistance (R) is defined as the ratio of voltage (V) across a conductor to the current (I) flowing through it:
• 𝑅 = 𝑉/𝐼
• Where:R is the resistance (in ohms, Ω),
• V is the voltage (in volts, V),
• I is the current (in amperes, A).
• This is the fundamental relationship for calculating resistance.

The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• Article 102(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) due to holding an office of profit. Hence, option 4 is correct.
• Key Details:
• Article 102(1)(a) states that a person shall be disqualified from being a member of either House of Parliament if they hold any office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State, other than an office exempted by law.
• "Office of Profit" refers to a position where the holder is entitled to a salary or other benefits, potentially influencing their loyalty or actions as an elected representative.
• This provision is meant to prevent MPs from exploiting their position for personal gain by holding influential or remunerative government positions at the same time as holding a seat in Parliament.
• Exceptions:
• The President or Parliament may provide exemptions to certain offices of profit by enacting laws.
• This ensures that lawmakers do not have conflicting interests that could undermine their role and responsibility in the legislature.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

• The Haryak Vansh (Haryanka dynasty) in ancient Bihar was founded by Bimbisara. Hence, option 1 is correct.
• Bimbisara was the first ruler of the Haryanka dynasty and is considered one of the most significant ancient rulers of Bihar.
• He established his capital at Rajgir (also known as Rajagriha in ancient texts).
• Bimbisara played a crucial role in expanding the Magadh region and was a contemporary of Gautama Buddha.
• He was known for his strategic alliances, including marrying into the Licchavi family, which helped him secure his rule over the Magadh kingdom.
• Thus, Bimbisara founded the Haryak Vansh in ancient Bihar.

The Correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The correct statement about Ruchira Kamboj is: She held the position of Permanent Representative of India to UNESCO-Paris. Hence, option 3 is correct.
• Ruchira Kamboj made history by becoming the first woman to serve as the Indian Ambassador to the United Nations in 2022.
• She was also the Permanent Representative of India to UNESCO in Paris before her tenure at the United Nations.
• Kamboj is known for her diplomatic contributions and held key positions in India's foreign service.
• She was not a member of NITI Aayog or the Indian Council of World Affairs, and she was also not the first woman Indian Ambassador to the USA.

The Correct answer is Option 2. 

Key Points

• The exothermic processes are those that release energy (usually in the form of heat) to the surroundings. Let's analyze each of the given processes:
• Evaporation of water:
• Endothermic: Evaporation absorbs heat from the surroundings to change liquid water into vapor, so it is not an exothermic process.
• Dilution of an acid (H₂SO₄):
• Exothermic: The dilution of concentrated sulfuric acid with water releases a significant amount of heat, making it an exothermic process.
• Reaction of water with quick lime:
• Exothermic: When water reacts with quick lime (CaO), it produces slaked lime (Ca(OH)₂) and releases a large amount of heat, making this an exothermic process.
• Sublimation of camphor (crystals):
• Endothermic: Sublimation, where camphor changes directly from a solid to a gas, absorbs heat, so it is not an exothermic process.
• Correct Answer:
• The exothermic processes are: ii. Dilution of an acid (H₂SO₄) and iii. Reaction of water with quick lime.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

• The object of a "cut motion" in the Indian Parliament is to reduce the amount of a demand (usually related to budget allocations) in the Budget presented by the Government. Hence, option 1 is correct.
• It allows members of Parliament to propose a reduction in the budgetary provisions for specific items of expenditure, thereby highlighting concerns or objections regarding government spending on certain sectors.
• Purpose:
• To express discontent or concern over certain expenditures or allocations proposed by the government.
• The motion aims to bring attention to issues like wasteful spending, misallocation of funds, or areas requiring re-prioritization in the budget.
• Types of Cut Motions:
• Disapproval Cut Motion: Proposes the complete reduction (by a specific amount, often Re 1) of the expenditure on a particular demand, indicating the House's disapproval.
• Token Cut Motion: Proposes a nominal reduction, usually Re 1, in the demand for expenditure to express dissatisfaction or raise a point of discussion.
• Economy Cut Motion: Proposes a reduction to reflect concerns about overspending or inefficiency in the allocation.
• Procedure:
• Cut motions are debated and voted upon in the Parliament.
• If the motion is accepted, the government has to revise the expenditure proposals accordingly.
• Conclusion:
• The cut motion is a tool in Parliament used to control government expenditure by scrutinizing and reducing proposed allocations in the budget.

The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• The Finance Minister of Bihar, Mr Samrat Chaudhary, presented the Budget for the state for the financial year 2024-25 on February 13, 2024.